Influence of Chinese Culture on Japan

Which of the following is NOT an aspect of Japanese traditional culture influenced by Chinese culture?

• Taoism

• Buddhism

• Language

• Shintoism

During which period did the influence of Chinese culture on Japan start?

• 6th to 10th century AD

• 1st to 5th century AD

• 16th to 20th century AD

• 11th to 15th century AD

What did people from China and Korea bring to Japan?

• Pottery, metalworking techniques, and improved farming tools

• Spices and culinary techniques

• Traditional garments and textiles

• Religious and political texts

What did the Japanese adapt from Chinese clothing styles?

• Kimono

• Yukata

• Hanbok

• Cheongsam

What did the Japanese create to write their own language?

• Romaji

• Katakana

• Hiragana

• Kanji

Which religion originated in India and had a big impact on China and Japan?

• Confucianism

• Buddhism

• Shintoism

• Taoism

How did the Japanese start to use the Chinese language?

• To write religious and political texts

• To communicate with traders

• To compose poetry

• To record historical events

What did Prince Shotoku of Japan do in 607 A.D during the Tang dynasty?

• a) Established a new religion

• b) Sent advisors to learn about China's government

• c) Invented a writing system

• d) Conquered new territories in Japan

Which utensils did the Japanese adopt for eating and cooking, respectively?

• a) Forks and frying pans

• b) Spoons and griddles

• c) Chopsticks and wok

• d) Knives and saucepans